Category: design
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Spacesmith Designs Four Eco-Friendly Boutiques for FoundRae
Spacesmith has announced the completion of four luxury retail projects for FoundRae, including the much-anticipated design of a recently opened flagship on Madison Avenue in New York City. (See below.) Other boutiques — including one in the vibrant Melrose Avenue district of Los Angeles, and another a Dallas pop-up at The Conservatory in Highland Park…
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MCA 2025 Market Study Shows Growth for Industry
The Metal Construction Association has published its 2025 MCA Market Study of the metal roof and wall market, the most comprehensive study of the metal construction industry to date. Published annually, the MCA Market Study combines industry data from leading manufacturers of metal construction products. It offers an analysis on growth, shipments, and market share…
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How Construction Choices Shape Lasting Dining Experiences
In the fast-paced world of commercial construction, projects are no longer judged solely by timelines, budgets, or square footage. Today, the success of hospitality projects, especially dining venues, is increasingly measured by the emotional resonance and functional excellence of the spaces created. For contractors, architects, and developers, this shift brings an opportunity to contribute meaningfully…
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Our Secret Source For Affordable Extra-Long Curtains (+ 27 Of Our Readymade Faves Under $100 Including The Pair Arlyn’s Eyeing For Her Living Room)
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in design, Design 101, Featured, Other Category, Rooms, roundup, Roundups, Shop, Shopping, Whole HouseTwo years ago, I explored the idea of doing a DIY blockprinting treatment on the existing curtains in my living room (below). I’m here to confess that two Julys later, they still look exactly the same. I could never commit to a pattern or color, let alone the time and effort it was going to…
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Bradley’s Elvari® Wins 2025 Architizer+ Design Award
Bradley Company is proud to announce its Elvari® Washroom Accessories Collection has been named a Popular Choice Winner in the Commercial Design category of the prestigious 2025 Architizer A+ Product Awards. Elvari was also recognized as a finalist in the Kitchen & Bath – Fittings and Fixtures category, further underscoring the product line’s excellence across…
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Can You Use The IKEA PAX Closet In Your Garage? (Look…We Are!)
They did a study once where they scanned customers brains before entering The Container Store and then again leaving (with all the organizational goods) and found that dopamine levels had spiked – and not just because of shopping (which as we all know, does give you a high) but they concluded it was due to…
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Navien Launches First Tankless Electric WEC System
Navien, a leader in advanced water heating and water treatment technology, proudly announces the launch of its groundbreaking WEC Series, the first-of-its-kind tankless electric, salt-free point-of-entry water treatment system designed to deliver cleaner, softer water throughout the home without salt, brine discharge, or ion exchange media. The WEC Series sets a new standard in residential…
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NGA Launches Bluebeam Training Courses on MyGlassClass.com
The National Glass Association (NGA) now offers Bluebeam software training courses within its online training platform, MyGlassClass.com, at a 30% discount to NGA members. Developed by Troy DeGroot, director of Bluebeam Professional Services, UChapter2, the courses provide time-saving tips and tricks to help elevate the design review process, detailing/sketching, document management, quantity takeoffs, estimates, and…
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I Pushed My Brother Into Buying Very “Non-Ken” Contemporary Fabric – Another River House Sneak Peek
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I could debate the “timeless versus trend” pursuit for hours in home design. But where I almost always land is this philosophy: keep hard finishes (flooring, windows, tile) high quality and simple/special, and then layer on the wild style/trends (to make sure it’s not boring). This is not everyone’s pursuit, nor am I saying it’s…
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How to Make Your Dream Home a Stunning Reality
Building a home that reflects your personality can be a dream come true for so many people but achieving this dream can feel like a struggle. But the catch is that it doesn’t have to be. Getting started on this journey will get a little bit easier if you read the detailed guide given below.…